2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 738 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
